2009 Infiniti M45

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2009 Infiniti M45
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:06.084Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2003: 129 complaints 2003 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2006: 72 complaints 2006 2007: 27 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2 2010: 1 complaint 2010
2003: 129 complaints 2003 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2006: 72 complaints 2006 2007: 27 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2 2010: 1 complaint 2010
2003: 129 complaints 2003 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2006: 72 complaints 2006 2007: 27 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2 2010: 1 complaint 2010

2009: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2003129
200443
200672
200727
20086
20092
20101

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 2 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Ltr fwd (Wv) re sudden unintended acceleration experienced by owner of a 2009 Infiniti M45. *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle accelerated out of control knocking down a prized river birch and coming to rest against a cedar tree.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-16

While turning into the driveway, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. Knocked over birch tree and bird bath and then drove through some shrubs and a hit cedar tree. *tr updated ivoq 02/05/10 the consumer wanted to know the status of the complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-16

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2009-11-09Tires09V393000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland…

    Remedy: The dealer will replace the TPMS nut with a new, more robust nut. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before November 9, 2009. Owners may contact…

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    2013-10-28Vehicle speed control13V430000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45 vehicles manufactured April 4, 2004, through October 5, 2010. Over time, the accelerator pedal…

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly and reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2013.…

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    2016-12-19Air bags16V349000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017.

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    2017-06-08Air bags17V028000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available.

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    2020-02-12Air bags20V008000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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    2022-09-23Air bags22E066000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Infiniti M45 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 09V393000 · Tires
  • Recall 13V430000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 16V349000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V028000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V008000 · Air bags
  • Recall 22E066000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2009 Infiniti M45 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Infiniti M45?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Infiniti M45 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.